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Cost of living in Crittenden County, KY

Estimated monthly cost
$2,566/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 8,972 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $661 26%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $424 17%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $312 12%
Energy $194 8%
State tax $120 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Crittenden County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$624
per month
1 bedroom
$661
per month
2 bedroom
$867
per month
3 bedroom
$1,045
per month
4 bedroom
$1,194
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Crittenden County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$47,003
per year
Individual earnings
$35,985
per year
Per capita
$28,751
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Crittenden County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$115,700
Annual property tax
$650

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Crittenden County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$140
per month · 13.3¢/kWh
Natural gas
$54
per month
Annual total
$2,328
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Crittenden County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.3%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Crittenden County

State and local tax rates for Kentucky.

State income tax
4.0%
Flat rate
State sales tax
6.0%
Combined sales tax
6.0%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Crittenden County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.7 min
Drive alone
72.7%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.9%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Crittenden County

What it costs to live in Crittenden County each month.

Single person
$2,566
per month
  • Rent $661
  • Energy $194
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $312
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $424
  • State tax $120
Couple
$3,571
per month
  • Rent $867
  • Energy $233
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $517
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $448
  • State tax $157
Family
$5,870
per month
  • Rent $1,045
  • Energy $291
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $784
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $448
  • State tax $157

Frequently asked questions about Crittenden County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Crittenden County?

In Crittenden County, KY, a one-bedroom apartment averages $661 per month, a two-bedroom averages $867 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,045 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Crittenden County?

In Crittenden County, KY, the average household income is $47,003 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,985 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Crittenden County?

The estimated cost of living in Crittenden County, KY is approximately $2,566 per month for a single person, $3,571 for a couple, $5,870 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Crittenden County?

The combined sales tax rate in Crittenden County, KY is 6.00%, which includes the Kentucky state rate of 6.00% plus an average local rate of 0.00%.

Is Crittenden County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Crittenden County, KY would need approximately $2,566 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $47,003 per year ($3,917 per month). Crittenden County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Crittenden County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Crittenden County, KY is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Crittenden County?

The average home value in Crittenden County, KY is $115,700, with average annual property taxes of $650, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Crittenden County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources